Chapter 45 I Wonder Where They Are
I finished my report at Privia-san and left the head manager's office. As I was about to pass by, I nodded to Kumeiriana-san, who seemed busy and flustered, without even looking in my direction, and headed towards the hallway in front of the entrance. From there, I went straight to Brigitte-san's place. It seems I still have about three more people ahead of me.
"Hey Brigitte-san."
"Yes, what can I do for you?"
"I think Rosalier-san went to your residence, you know?"
"Yes. She visited before I left, but she went back to the mansion."
"I see."
Did she go back because I wasn't there? Maybe I did something wrong.
"Corbett-san, is everything else alright?"
"Yes. Kumeiriana-san said she would explain everything carefully."
"Alright then, I'll head back. Kumei-san."
"Oh, yes. I apologize for not being able to assist you."
"No worries, I know it must be tough. Just one more thing, I'll take a break starting from tomorrow for the upcoming days."
"Leave it to me. I'll be expecting you tomorrow then."
Kumei-san, as well as all the Black Forest Human tribe members here, bow in respect. I mean, seriously, what's up with me?
Leaving the Guild Headquarters building, oh, come to think of it. It's become almost unconscious at this point, just picturing 'Display Self-Status' in my head and this screen appears. It's about time for lunch, isn't it?
Taking a leisurely stroll, I buy a few dried sweet treats along the way and head back to the mansion. Going in through the entrance, the kitchen is on the left, and opposite is the living room-cum-dining room. I can't seem to find Rosalier-san in either place. Oh well, I'll just leave the sweet treats I bought earlier on the table and head down the hallway.
There's a little distance to the bath, and next to it is the toilet. It doesn't seem like either of them is being cleaned. There's a staircase at the end leading up to the second floor. Just before the stairs on the right side of the corridor, there's a room, and that's where Rosalier-san's room is. I don't sense any presence from there either. I wonder if she's still not back?
Winding up the wide and spacious spiral staircase, there are two vacant rooms in front. The one furthest back is my room.
Returning to my room, I take off my shoes right at the entrance. In this world, we wear shoes everywhere except on the bed, but the floor of this room is different. It's not rough like in other accommodations. It's made of beautiful stone that feels smooth to the touch. So, I thought it would be okay to take off my shoes. In Japan, where I come from, it's a common practice, and being barefoot feels more relaxing.
I collapse onto the plush bed and stretch my back a little. This room also has a window, so it doesn't feel cramped. Just like in Watterhill's, the window is made of a glass-like, slightly translucent stone material. Considering they can create Magic Tools, maybe I shouldn't be too surprised by this level of craftsmanship.
Brigitte-san mentioned she was going back to the mansion, but it seems Rosalier-san hasn't returned yet. Come to think of it, she said she was going to check on her clothes, so maybe that's why she's taking a while. And she might be shopping somewhere too.
I ate a big breakfast, so I'm not hungry yet. It wasn't too cold and I was in a comfortable room. I dozed off, and I don't remember much from that moment.
* * *
"...Hey, were you sleeping?"
The 'Display Self-Status' screen was displayed between my eyes and the ceiling, just as if I were watching it on a wristwatch. The time was past 6pm. Ever since I was in Japan, I have been able to sleep as much as I want on my days off. So if you don't consciously try to do something, things will pass by in the blink of an eye.
I haven't had lunch, so I'm even more hungry. I left my room, walked down the hallway, and went down the stairs to the first floor. "Rosalier-san, are you back?" I asked, looking into the dining room. She's not there. But it smells nice.
I unsteadily approached the table again, as if being drawn to it. Then, I heard a voice from behind me.
"Good morning, Goshujin-sama. Dinner will be ready shortly, so please feel free to take a seat. While enjoying the warm leafy and root vegetables, please wait a moment."
Her voice moved towards the kitchen. Ah, that's where she is. I sit down and look at the table. Wow. There are various dishes arranged on large plates.
Starting with thinly sliced bread, warm vegetable salad. There's a soup with meat cut into about 1-centimeter cubes from the same part as this morning, and several kinds of vegetables cut in the same way. But in front of me, there's only the space of one plate, nothing else. There are knives and forks, though. Maybe the main dish will come here?
First, the warm vegetable salad. Yes, it's the same as what I had for breakfast. What kind of oil is used? It's seasoned with something like seasoning with spices and salt. There's still a bit of texture, and yes, it's delicious.
"Sorry to keep you waiting."
Wow, it smells really good. What could it be? Is it the scent of seafood broth? As the scent wafts from behind me to the front, a half-crispy fish with its head removed is placed on the plate in front of me. As far as I know, it's prepared using the same technique as "Meunière," right? It should be breaded with flour like the kind used to make bread and then fried in oil. After all, the breading is thin. Additionally, it's drizzled with a fish-scented broth, and there's a side of green leafy vegetables.
A plate is also placed for Rosalier-san. She must has anticipated that I'd offer to share. Of course, I will. It's not enjoyable to eat alone. Rosalier-san sits next to me, sandwiching the fish with bread. It might make it easier for them to handle various tasks that way.
"Please, enjoy your meal."
"Uh, yeah. Itadakimasu."
I'm not used to using a knife and fork, but I at least know how to use them. I awkwardly start to cut. That's when I was a little surprised.
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